Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport

CYTZ / YTZ

Toronto, CA

Last Updated
Jun 27, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
7 kt
90°
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYTZ 272100Z AUTO 09007KT 9SM CLR 22/17 A3000 RMK SLP162 DENSITY ALT 1100FT

Weather Briefing

VFR

Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 7 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, FCST, FCST. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 06:00Z and 11:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (252 ft)
Pressure Alt
170 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,070 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF CYTZ 271940Z 2720/2820 07008KT P6SM SKC FM280600 01005KT P6SM FEW010 PROB30 2806/2811 2SM BR FM281200 04005KT P6SM SKC BECMG 2812/2814 09008KT RMK FCST BASED ON AUTO OBS. NXT FCST BY 280200Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
06:00Z FM280600
+9h
VFR 10° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
06:00Z PROB30
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YTZ
06
24
08 ✈️
26
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 2,933 ft 150 ft ASP 48°
5.2 kt 4.7 kt
42° angle
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
3,988 ft 150 ft ASP 69°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
15/33 2,780 ft 150 ft ASP 140°
4.5 kt 5.4 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYTZ

11,299 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.8%
MVFR
25.5%
IFR
8%
LIFR
4.6%

Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 11.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, June, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 11.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 2.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
21.9%
N
4.4%
S
7.1%
W
24.7%
NE
8%
NW
12.7%
SE
3.2%
SW
14.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.7°C
Range: -19°C to 28°C
-19°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 7.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.8%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

October June September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.8 kt

Statistics computed from 11,299 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYTZ
IATA Code: YTZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 252 ft MSL

Location

City: Toronto
Country: CA
Latitude: 43.627499°
Longitude: -79.396202°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 2,933 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 3,988 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 2,780 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport

Overview

Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport serves as a strategic urban airport located in downtown Toronto, Canada. Situated at 252 feet MSL with three asphalt runways, the airport provides critical aviation services for the metropolitan area. Its proximity to Toronto's city center makes it a key transportation infrastructure for regional and local aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at CYTZ demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 60.4% of observations. Westerly winds averaging 11.9 knots characterize the airport's wind profile, with temperatures ranging from -14°C to 26°C. Pilots can expect optimal visual conditions during autumn months (September, October, November), with visibility typically around 7.9 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features three parallel runways with lengths ranging from 2,780 to 3,988 feet, offering multiple landing options. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with relatively low average crosswind components between 4.8 and 9.6 knots. The airport's urban location presents unique operational considerations typical of a city center airfield.

Approach Considerations

Approach strategies should consider the prevailing westerly winds and high percentage of VFR conditions. Runway selection can be flexible due to consistent wind favorability across all runways. Pilots should anticipate potential urban environment challenges and prepare for potential rapid weather changes, with instrument meteorological conditions occurring in approximately 11% of observations.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.